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CHSPS Grad and Rodeo Coverage – the June 24 CP is out now!
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Statement from Camrose Police after violent, threatening student messages go viral
Last week, police became aware of group chat messages involving several youth, that occurred in the fall of 2025. Screenshots of these messages have since been widely circulated on social media. The content includes deeply concerning and harmful language directed at female high school students.
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Farmers turning to tech to thwart thieves
Prairie farmers are increasingly adopting security measures like cameras and GPS tags due to rising thefts, transforming their approach to rural living. Individual cases of burglary have heightened wariness and anxiety within communities, prompting farmers to lock homes and equipment more securely, while also seeking balance between safety and quality of life.
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Weekend rain forecast postpones Forestburg’s mud bog event
Heavy rain has led to the postponement of Forestburg's Bog in the Burg to July 25-26 and the cancellation of Killam's Blacktop Bonanza and its parade. However, Friday events, including Killam Rodeo, proceeded as scheduled. Other activities like the Hardisty Trail Run and various local events at the Legion and Country Market are still happening as planned.
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Rain in forecast cancels Killam Blacktop Bonanza, Parade, and Show ‘N Shine – Killam Rodeo and other activities to go ahead
Heavy rain has led to the cancellation of Killam/Sedgewick Rodeo Weekend events like the Blacktop Bonanza Street Fair and the Killam Parade. The main rodeo will proceed outdoors at the Sedgewick Recreation Centre. Other events, such as the Legion celebration and dealership activities, are confirmed to continue. Check for weather updates.
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Red Deer RCMP warn released child predator at high risk of re-offence
The Alberta RCMP has reasonable grounds to believe Terry Haskell will commit another act of sexual violence against a child while in community.
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What Scotland can teach Canada about fixing its doctor shortage
A report by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives suggests that Canada can improve access to primary care by adopting practices from Scotland and Ontario. Key recommendations include transitioning family doctors to government employees and expanding community health centers, addressing inequities as many Canadians lack family doctors and face worse health outcomes.
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Camrose Police Report details the first half of May
Several calls were received regarding a possible assault in the area of St. Mary’s Hospital. Police attended and located two male subjects. A 30-year-old male was arrested for assault and transported to Camrose Police Service cells.
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Alberta student fighting microplastics in agriculture
Calgary student Gayatri Sakharkar has developed a biodegradable mulch film from orange and pineapple peels to combat microplastic pollution in agriculture. Inspired by her family's agricultural background, she won multiple awards at the Calgary Youth Science Fair. Passionate about sustainability, she plans to pursue scientific research throughout her life.
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Local business celebrates 100 years – the June 17 Community Press is out now:
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